2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Lincoln LS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 493 kg more than 2001 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS. 2001 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 2001 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | X5 | LS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
